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Vermilion Energy Inc (VET.TO)

16.23
+0.39 (2.46%)
as of Jun 8, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconJun 8, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 14 opinions in the last 12 months.

Vermilion Energy Inc (VET-T) has received mixed reviews from analysts. While some see potential for growth due to increasing demand for natural gas in Europe and a disciplined management team, others consider it a value trap lacking catalysts. The company is working on consolidating its geographical exposure, with a focus on its operations in Canada and Western Europe, particularly in light of Europe's energy challenges post-conflict in Ukraine. Some experts highlight the firm's strong cash flow return and dividend payouts, while cautioning about the volatility associated with geopolitical factors impacting energy prices. Overall, while there are positive indicators, most experts suggest caution and strategic planning for exits in the context of market fluctuations.

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HOLD
Volatility in energy sector tough for retirement investments Recent pullback of shares a good time to invest in. Sees opportunity in natural gas production. Is a good company depending on risk appetite.
COMMENT
Had taken a position but has sold it. It is a bet on natural gas and we are near the peak of natural gas prices. 32% free cash flow yield. Attractive stock but not enough.
BUY
Very well run. Recent acquisition gives them more complete ownership of that field. Benefited from exposure to Europe, though talk of excess profits tax has hurt a bit. Pretty good buy at these levels.
HOLD
Very beneficial exposure to European gas prices. Trading at 70% free cash flow yield. If conflict in Europe eases, will reduce gas prices. European tax on energy profits a major concern. Inventory depth a concern as well. Other names in energy sector that have better upside.
TRADE
It has good numbers. Oil and gas prices will determine the eventual stock price. Owns CNQ because much larger.
BUY
Entire energy sector is very attractive right now(high cash flow, paying down debt etc.) Company is interesting with European exposure. A good company to own if looking to hold energy in portfolio(high free cash flow).
BUY
Has really benefited from natural gas situation in Europe, and he'd continue to recommend it. There will be fresh upward pressure on gas prices going into the winter. The States has an easier time shipping LNG to Europe and, hopefully, Canada will get its act together to benefit as well.
BUY
Very good company that is trading at cheap price. Trading at ~1x cash flow per share. Very well exposed to European gas prices. Share price be not be as cheap as it appears given European gas prices may fall drastically.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Company benefiting from strong European energy prices. Not confident in inventory depth in relation to other energy companies. Will focus on other names that offer more opportunity (even though shares are cheap).
BUY ON WEAKNESS
European gas prices presenting large opportunity. 2023 will be trading at ~1.5 cash flow and 44% cash flow yield. Very short reserve life compared to other companies. Better opportunities available for energy investors.
COMMENT
Big run because of rise in European nat gas prices, and this price action may be less sustainable. Well run.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Haven't liked it for the over global diversification, dividend cut, and other issues. However, the stock is deep value. Trading at 2.1x cashflow. 49% free cashflow yield. Has short reserve life. Low so they need to add to inventory. Can privatize themselves in 2 years however. 10% of the stock is short. Trading at a discount, and it could trade at 4x mutliple.
DON'T BUY
Took on debt and got caught with a high dividend yield which the industry economics couldn't sustain. Has benefited from the recovery in energy prices, but it's still in the penalty box. Prefers CNQ and ARX, with cleaner balance sheets.
HOLD
Underperformed. A lot of people owned it for the yield, paying more than they should. Once they cut the dividend, many people exited. Might be an opportunity as an international play. Leveraged to oil price.
DON'T BUY
Not a name you should buy. Deleveraging due to excess debt from paying dividends longer than they should have and acquisitions. The stock is trading at 3.7x which is a premium to the group. Free cashflow is at 31% yield at $70 oil. Could see meaningful dividend but there are better names.
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